IQ Testing & Eugenics

About this episode

Simon discusses the problematic history of IQ testing and its implications in society.

Send us Fan Mail Simon got annoyed and took to the mic to talk about IQ testing. Health warning, it's not a great subject. IQ testing has been used to justify racism, classism and genocide. But we need to face up to this stuff to make sure it is left in the dustbin of history. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you so look for our contact details in your podcast app or via our website.

People in this episode

Host: Simon

Topics covered

• IQ testing
• eugenics
• racism
• classism
• genocide
• history

Keywords

• IQ testing
• eugenics
• racism
• classism
• genocide
• history

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